2001 Opel Frontera vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frontera | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
